
Keynote speaker
Jameela JamilDistinguished Actor, Global Campaigner and Specialist in Body Image and Diversity
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Marquee£25k – £50k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Jameela Jamil
Jameela Jamil is a multifaceted British actor, activist and broadcaster who transitioned from a successful career on Channel 4's T4 and BBC Radio 1 to international fame in Hollywood. Recognised as the first solo female host of the BBC Radio 1 chart show, she established herself as a household name before relocating to the United States. She is widely celebrated for her starring role as Tahani Al-Jamil in the acclaimed comedy series The Good Place, and more recently, she joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and provided voice talent for Star Trek: Prodigy.
Beyond the screen, Jameela is a prominent advocate for inclusivity and health equity. She founded the I Weigh movement to challenge societal standards regarding body image and launched Why Not People? to enhance the accessibility of live entertainment for individuals with disabilities. Her influential campaigning has reached the highest levels of digital policy, successfully lobbying social media platforms to reform the promotion of restrictive diet products. In 2019, her impact on contemporary culture was formalised when she was featured on the cover of British Vogue's collective Forces for Change issue.
Drawing from her diverse experiences in fashion, journalism and global entertainment, Jameela provides a powerful voice on the intersection of media representation and social responsibility. She is booked for her ability to address complex topics including gender equality, disability rights and climate change with a contemporary and authoritative perspective that resonates with modern audiences.
On stage, Jameela Jamil is best known for talks on Body Image, Diversity, Gender Issues and Entertainment. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Arts & Culture, Entertainment and Social Impact & Advocacy, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Jameela Jamil is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host and Performers and Entertainer, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Jameela Jamil travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Jameela Jamil would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Jameela Jamil?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Jameela's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Jameela Jamil cost to book?
- Jameela Jamil sits in our Marquee fee tier (£25k – £50k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Jameela Jamil speak on?
- Jameela speaks on Body Image, Diversity, Gender Issues, Entertainment.
- What languages does Jameela Jamil present in?
- Jameela presents in English.
- Where is Jameela Jamil based?
- Jameela is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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